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Trasso Jiu Jitsu & Wrestling
5 ★★★★★ 158 Google reviews · BJJ gym in Glen Rock, New Jersey
Affiliated academy — reviews and the gym's own info point to a recognized BJJ lineage or affiliation (think Gracie Barra, 10th Planet, Renzo Gracie, Alliance, Atos or Checkmat). If lineage matters to you, ask which affiliation the academy belongs to and under whom the head instructor earned their black belt.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth BJJ classes (ages 3–15) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- No-gi no-gi grappling classes — training in a rashguard and shorts, with faster scrambles and a natural bridge to MMA
- Open mat open-mat rolling sessions for members to practice live — always optional and at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves at tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule trassojjw.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 201-207-8019
Hours
| Monday | 12–1 pm, 4–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30–8 am, 6–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–1 pm, 4–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30–8 am, 6–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 6:30–7:30 am, 4–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“From day one, the coaches were welcoming, patient, and really focused on helping beginners build a strong foundation without feeling overwhelmed.”
“The transformation in my daughter has been remarkable; she started as a timid beginner, but in just two years, she has gained tremendous confidence.”
“The kids program is outstanding: fun, focused and producing high performing grapplers both in Gi and No-Gi.”
“The kids program is outstanding: fun, focused and producing high performing grapplers both in Gi and No-Gi.”
“The sense of community and camaraderie here is incredible—every member, from white belts to seasoned competitors, is welcoming and supportive from day one.”
“He creates a positive and supportive environment where children can build confidence, discipline, respect, and self-defense skills while having fun.”
“The transformation in my daughter has been remarkable; she started as a timid beginner, but in just two years, she has gained tremendous confidence.”
Other martial arts here
“There’s also a strong emphasis on standup and takedowns, and you can tell Coach Mike’s wrestling background plays a big role in that.”
What members say
“Even with that fast growth, Mike has managed to maintain a safe, respectful, and welcoming gym culture while building an amazing coaching staff.”
“Coach Michael Trasso and his team have built a welcoming, family-friendly environment that immediately put me at ease and made returning to the sport feel natural.”
“Coach Michael Trasso and his team have built a welcoming, family-friendly environment that immediately put me at ease and made returning to the sport feel natural.”
“Head coach Michael Trasso brings exceptional technical knowledge and a genuine passion for teaching, regularly tailoring techniques to each student’s ability and fitness needs.”
“The kids program is outstanding: fun, focused and producing high performing grapplers both in Gi and No-Gi.”
“The sense of community and camaraderie here is incredible—every member, from white belts to seasoned competitors, is welcoming and supportive from day one.”
From the reviews
My daughter (7y) and myself have been training at the gym for many years. The kids program is outstanding: fun, focused and producing high performing grapplers both in Gi and No-Gi.
Coach Mike and his team offer World Class Jiu Jitsu and wrestling instructions. Mike's vast experience, knowledge and uncommon ability to teach this sport are rare to find.
Trasso Jiujitsu is an exceptional academy, and its coaching staff—Coach Mike, Coach James, and the entire team—are truly the best. Their passion and dedication shine through consistently, creating an environment that is both supportive and inspiring.
Trasso Jiu Jitsu and Wrestling is truly outstanding! Our kids have been training here for a couple of years, and the growth we’ve seen—both on and off the mats—has been incredible. The coaches are knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about teaching, creating an environment where kids feel supported and motivated.
New to BJJ? Start at Trasso Jiu Jitsu & Wrestling
Trasso Jiu Jitsu & Wrestling comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never rolled or set foot on a mat, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard rolling — reputable gyms build fundamentals (positions, escapes, and basic submissions) for weeks, live rolling eases in gradually, and tapping early keeps every roll safe. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out, and leave your ego at the door. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first BJJ class at Trasso Jiu Jitsu & Wrestling
Nervous about walking into a BJJ gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic positions and escapes with a partner — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and a mouthguard if you have one — many gyms lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi (or a rashguard and shorts for no-gi) and a mouthguard. Live rolling eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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